Savory Tuna Salad
Brighten up your lunchtime routine with this Savory Tuna Salad, a quick and nutritious dish that comes together in just 15 minutes! Bursting with flavor, this recipe combines protein-packed canned tuna with the creamy tang of mayonnaise and Greek yogurt, the zesty kick of Dijon mustard, and the fresh crunch of diced celery and red onion. A splash of lemon juice and aromatic parsley complement the mixture, while optional pickle relish or paprika add a customizable twist. Perfect as a light meal served over crisp lettuce leaves or used as a filling for sandwiches and wraps, this versatile tuna salad is as delicious as it is easy to make. Healthy, satisfying, and full of fresh ingredients, it’s a must-try for salad lovers and meal-preppers alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans (5 oz each) canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 stalks celery stalks (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- 2 teaspoons pickle relish (optional)
- 1 cup mixed greens or lettuce leaves (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Drain the canned tuna thoroughly and place it in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Use a fork to break up any large chunks.
Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and Dijon mustard to the bowl. Stir them into the tuna until well combined.
Fold in the diced celery, minced red onion, and chopped parsley. Mix gently to ensure even distribution.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using). Stir well to combine.
For added sweetness and tang, you can fold in the pickle relish at this point (optional).
Taste the tuna salad and adjust seasoning as needed (e.g., more salt, pepper, or lemon juice).
Serve immediately on mixed greens or lettuce leaves for a light meal, or use it as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or crackers.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
629 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.7 g | 60% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1058 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 196 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1225 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
